What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Folkestone is to line 75 bus and bus which costs £11 - £24 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hogarth Crescent and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Croydon to Folkestone?

The distance between Croydon and Folkestone is 83 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Croydon to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Folkestone bus from?

Croydon to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Hogarth Crescent station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Folkestone train from?

Croydon to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Croydon to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 75 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £24 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Croydon to Folkestone bus arrive?

Croydon to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Croydon to Folkestone train arrive?

Croydon to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Folkestone is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Croydon to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Croydon to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Croydon to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 75 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Croydon to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 3m
£24–69
Line 75 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Lewisham Station75
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West007
4h 15m
£11–24
Drive 66.5 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Folkestone66.5 mi
1h 17m
£17–24
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 22m
£24–66
Line 367 bus, train
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Bromley South Station367
2. Take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 40m

Croydon to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from East Croydon to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hogarth Crescent to Bouverie Road West via Lewisham Station in around 4h 15m.

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